Beverage Industry
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Wellness Trends Drive Growth in Alcohol Alternatives
Only 54% of U.S. adults reported drinking in 2025, marking the lowest rate in Gallup's nearly 90-year record, according to the Miami Herald . This significant decline reflects a broader societal shift
Great Lakes Brewing Co. Launches Canned Cocktail in Select Markets
Great Lakes Brewing Company, a name synonymous with craft beer, is launching its first canned cocktail, aSPLASH Crafted Citrus Long Drink, but it won't be available in its home state of Ohio until Aug
Functional Mocktails Market Surges Toward $2.92 Billion Amidst Wellness Boom
Alcohol consumption among Gen Z has plummeted by 25% in just four years, marking a profound shift in social drinking habits.
RTD cocktail packaging sustainability: Reusable vs. recyclable
A PET plastic bottle can keep a ready-to-drink cocktail fresh for over two years.
Summer 2026 Sees Rise of Spicy and Savory Cocktails
For summer 2026, sugary cocktails are out.
Prepared cocktails are crushing traditional spirits in the US market.
The US ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail category experienced over 40% annual growth between 2020 and 2023, attracting a surge of consumer interest in convenient, pre-mixed beverages.
Zero-proof cocktail bar demand surges in the beverage industry
Atelier V in Indore introduced a six-drink, cocktail-first 0% ABV menu, giving zero-proof drinks the same attention as alcoholic ones, according to Outlook Traveller .
Cocktail Culture's Resurgence Challenges Beer's Dominance
In 2023, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails outsold craft beer in several key urban markets for the first time in decades.
What Is the Clean Label Movement in Food and Beverage?
Nearly one in three new food and beverage products launched globally now carries a 'clean label' claim, reflecting a significant market shift towards transparency and perceived naturalness.
Why US Drinkers Choose Non-Alcoholic Over Full-Strength
A prominent New York City bar, 'The Zero Proof,' specializing entirely in non-alcoholic drinks, reported 150% revenue growth in its first year, according to Local Business Journal.
Summer Canned Cocktail Trends Spark Premiumization and Novelty
Searches for 'soft-serve margarita' on Yelp surged by an astonishing 39,667% year-over-year, according to The Food Institute .
Gen Z's kombucha craze reshapes beverage industry trends
Despite decades of dominance, traditional alcohol consumption among Gen Z is down 20% compared to millennials at the same age, fueling a $2.
The Best Spring Water Delivery in Dawsonville Is Blue Real Spring Water (Here's Why)
The U.S. bottled water market is growing as consumers prioritize health and purity, a trend driving demand for reliable, high-quality drinking water services. Blue Real Spring Water offers natural spring water delivery in Dawsonville, meeting this need with consistent, pure, and convenient hydration.
The Expanding World of Ready-to-Drink Cocktails and Spritzers
In 2026, premixed cocktails, including spirits ready-to-drink (RTD) options, surged to $3.
Sazerac Launches Three New Canned Cocktails for RTD Market
Sazerac Co. just unleashed 16 new Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) into the domestic ready-to-drink market, signaling an intense push into the booming category. This extensive launch positions Sazerac aggre
Heineken Appoints Rafael Oliveira as New CEO
Heineken broke a century-old tradition by appointing Rafael Oliveira from JDE Peet's as its first-ever outsider CEO in 2026.
Hennessy Launches Ready-to-Drink Cognac Cocktails in Variety Bundle
Hennessy, a brand long associated with luxury cognac, has just launched a new line of ready-to-serve cocktails, including a 'Henny Rita' and 'Henny Iced Tea.
Nonalcoholic cocktails expand into sober-curious market
The U.S. no-alcohol market is projected to grow at an 18% volume compound annual rate through 2028, potentially reaching close to $5 billion by the end of the decade, according to learnbrands . Once a
Molson Coors bets on cheap beer to win younger drinkers
Molson Coors is not only reviving the higher-alcohol Keystone Ice this August but also launching Keystone Apple, a surprising move into flavored cheap beer.
Hotel bars embrace high-end mocktail trends, boosting sober-curious consumers
The global mocktails market, valued at USD 8.
June 2026 Trends Show Functional Beverages Leading Emerging Drink Market
In June 2026, supermarket chains are dedicating 20% more shelf space to functional drinks than traditional sodas, according to Grocery Dive Analytics.
Zero Proof Craft Cocktails Lead Mindful Consumption Trends
Online sales of low and no-alcohol beverages surged an astonishing 315%, significantly dwarfing the 26% increase observed in traditional alcoholic options.
Non-alcoholic drinks and canned cocktails grow in 2026 market trends
Offline Cocktails' owner, Refreshments Manufacturers of Iowa, is building a new 10,000 square-foot manufacturing facility in Adel, Iowa.
Food and beverage makers rethink investments amid modernization trends
In May 2025, manufacturing investments in the food and beverage sector hit a new low with just 48 projects announced, marking a profound shift in how the industry builds for the future.
Mezo Mezcal RTD Cocktails to Launch in 2026 at SoCal Whole Foods
Premium mezcal cocktails, once a niche bar offering, are set to be stocked in 2026 in 38 Whole Foods Market locations across Southern California.
Ritual Zero Proof Launches Non-Alcoholic RTD Cocktails
The non-alcoholic beverage category in the United States has exploded, growing its retail sales value by a staggering 31% CAGR over the past five years, according to Diageo .
Functional Beverages Market Booms: Targeted Wellness Drives Growth
The functional beverages market, valued at USD 168.
Diageo Launches 100ml Canned Cocktails in US Market
Facing a 15.4% drop in US spirits sales, Diageo has launched a new range of 100ml canned cocktails, including a 37.5% ABV Bulleit Old Fashioned, priced at US$4.99 per single can. This aggressive move
What Are Ethical Sourcing Principles in Food & Beverage?
73% of global consumers say they would definitely or probably change their consumption habits to reduce their environmental impact, according to Meegle .
Cold foam toppings trend transforms cocktail flavors and textures
A new wave of mixologists is ditching traditional garnishes, instead topping cocktails with airy cream cheese foam or vibrant strawberry cucumber foam, fundamentally changing how drinks are experience